Senior-Level Operational Analyst

As a Senior-Level Operational Analyst at Prevailance, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise in combat systems and C5I networks, ensuring operational readiness within the Surface Force. Your duties include planning and coordinating combat system operations, leading as a Joint Interface Control Officer during deployments, and mentoring junior personnel. Overall, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing tactical training and operational strategies.

To be considered for the Senior-Level Operational Analyst vacancy at Prevailance, candidates must possess a current Security Clearance of SECRET and be TS//SCI eligible. Applicants should have at least 12 years of military experience, with a minimum of five years aboard Navy vessels or in relevant Department of Defense warfare areas. Additionally, qualifications as a Tactical Action Officer or equivalent are preferred.

The work environment for a Senior-Level Operational Analyst at Prevailance is dynamic and mission-driven, demanding excellence and teamwork. You will collaborate with and report to senior leadership while working with cross-functional teams across different SMWDC sites. The role may also involve travel to various locations to support naval operations, making every day unique and impactful.

A Senior-Level Operational Analyst at Prevailance has a significant impact on naval operations by enhancing the effectiveness of the Surface Force. By providing tactical expertise and mentoring other personnel, you help align operational strategies with broader military objectives, ensuring readiness and successful mission execution across warfare domains.

Mentoring is crucial in the Senior-Level Operational Analyst role at Prevailance as it fosters development and enhances collective knowledge within the team. By guiding junior personnel, you help to shape future leaders in the Navy and ensure operational effectiveness by building a strong foundation of expertise and tactical proficiency.

In answering this question, focus on specific experiences you've had with IAMD systems during your military career. Detail any roles you held related to assessments, system operations, or technical support. Mention any relevant qualifications that link your background to the requirements of the Senior-Level Operational Analyst position.

When discussing your strategies for evaluating war-fighting readiness, provide examples of qualitative and quantitative methods you've used in past roles. Highlight your analytical skills and how you implement data-driven approaches to assess capabilities and system performance.

Discuss your approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing communication and collaboration. Provide an example of a past experience where you successfully navigated team dynamics, fostering a positive outcome while maintaining operational effectiveness.

Share details of your qualifications and experience as a Tactical Action Officer, including specific duties you performed. Highlight any key accomplishments or lessons learned while in this role and how they relate to the responsibilities you'll have at Prevailance.

Explain your approach to continuous learning and professional development. Discuss resources you utilize, such as training, industry publications, or collaboration with peers, to ensure you remain current with developments in Navy combat systems.

Detail a specific mission planning experience, outlining your role and the key steps you took to ensure a successful outcome. Ensure to emphasize teamwork, communication, and any quantitative results achieved.

In response, describe a particular challenge you've encountered in rapid capability development. Discuss the methods you employed to overcome this challenge and how it contributed to mission success, demonstrating your problem-solving abilities.

Share your approach to prioritization, including methods like creating to-do lists or using project management tools. Illustrate with an example that shows your ability to remain organized and focused under pressure while ensuring mission objectives are met.

Talk about your familiarity and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools for creating reports and presentations. Provide examples of how you've effectively communicated operational readiness assessments to stakeholders in the past.

Connect your career goals with Prevailance’s mission. Discuss what excites you about supporting the Navy's operational readiness and how your skills and experiences align with the company's goals, fostering an engaging discussion about your future contributions.